Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs
What they do
Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on a planned or scheduled basis. May collect a fare. Includes nonemergency medical transporters and hearse drivers.
Expected pay range
Expected pay range
This represents the median earnings for this career in the selected county or state. In the range shown, 25% of workers earned less than the bottom salary and 25% earned more than the top salary. Data is provided by the Texas Workforce Commission.
About shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
Other titles
Airport Shuttle Driver, Chauffeur, Driver, Limo Driver (Limousine Driver), Motor Coach Driver, Shuttle Bus Driver, Shuttle Driver, Special Needs Bus Driver, Van Driver
Tasks they perform
- Arrange to pick up particular customers or groups on a regular schedule.
- Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
- Collect fares or vouchers from passengers, and make change or issue receipts as necessary.
Licenses and Certifications
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Certifications
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Better pay
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In demand
In demand careers have high-growth, high-demand, and emerging jobs critical to Texas. They are based on economic indicators like in demand industries, labor market trends, and economic conditions, provided by the Texas Workforce Commission.
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Additional career information and resources
Learn more about shuttle drivers and chauffeurs with these helpful sites.
- American Public Transportation Association (external link opens new tab)
- International Brotherhood of Teamsters (external link opens new tab)
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (external link opens new tab)
- National Limousine Association (external link opens new tab)
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Passenger vehicle drivers (external link opens new tab)
- United Motorcoach Association (external link opens new tab)